The BENS Lens alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as The BENS Lens (Defense industrial base, National security strategy and Ukraine conflict). The closest matches are The Bulwark, Seymour Hersh and Gingrich 360. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 8, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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    The Bulwark1M subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    The Bulwark is home to Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, Bill Kristol, JVL, Sam Stein, Catherine Rampell and more. We are the largest pro-democracy bundle on Substack for news and analysis on politics and culture—supported by…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Seymour Hersh238K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication delivers hard-hitting political analysis and investigative reporting on US elections, foreign policy, and geopolitical conflicts. It targets readers seeking in-depth coverage of the Trump…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Gingrich 360208K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Gingrich 360 is a multimedia production company based in Arlington, Virginia, featuring the work of Speaker Newt Gingrich and Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich.

    Likely audience: National Security Analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Ken Klippenstein196K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: This newsletter publishes independent analysis on US foreign policy, military strategy, and national security, including critiques of the Trump administration's diplomatic and defense initiatives. It targets readers…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    Intelligence Analysis and Author Updates

    Likely audience: Defense policy analysts

    1 shared topic

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    The Schiff Notes100K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

    It's impossible to keep up with all the craziness that's going on these days. That's why I'm starting this Substack. So you don't have to read and watch everything – just The Schiff Notes.

    Likely audience: Military families

    1 shared topic

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    ChinaTalk82K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Deep coverage of technology, China, US policy, and war. We feature original analysis alongside interviews with leading thinkers and policymakers.

    Likely audience: Geopolitical strategists

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: Clandestine's Newsletter publishes speculative geopolitical articles and conspiracy theories focusing on US foreign policy, the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and energy relations. The content targets readers interested in…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    The Bureau38K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: The Bureau publishes investigative reporting on Chinese foreign interference, corporate espionage, and regulatory failures in Canadian and U.S. politics. The publication mixes hard news on legal trials and government…

    Likely audience: journalists

    1 shared topic

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    Frank Figliuzzi28K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Frank Figliuzzi publishes a mix of news articles and podcast interviews focusing on US politics, military policy, and the Trump administration's domestic agenda. The content covers specific topics such as ATF firearms…

    Likely audience: Content creators

    1 shared topic

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    The Gene Pool20K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: The Gene Pool publishes a weekly mix of political commentary, satire, and short-form journalism targeting an engaged American audience interested in current events and media criticism. Content ranges from analysis of…

    Likely audience: Political observers

    1 shared topic

  12. 12

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Anthony Davis' Substack publishes geopolitical analysis on US-Russia relations and sanctions policy. The content focuses on Donald Trump's diplomatic actions regarding the Ukraine conflict.

    Likely audience: Policy makers

    1 shared topic

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    Postliberal Order15K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 days ago

    From recent posts: Postliberal Order publishes long-form essays analyzing shifts in American political philosophy, European regional elections, and global financial markets. The publication targets readers interested in constitutional…

    Likely audience: Policy researchers

    1 shared topic

  14. 14

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Rory's Always On Newsletter publishes a mix of investigative articles on US-China tech competition and Parkinson's disease research, alongside podcasts featuring patient advocacy and interviews with researchers. The…

    Likely audience: Parkinson's patients

    1 shared topic

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    The Steady State10K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: The Steady State publishes opinion pieces and legal complaints from former national security officials analyzing U.S. foreign policy, domestic politics, and constitutional integrity. The publication targets readers…

    Likely audience: National security professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Ukrainian Friend News9K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Ukrainian Friend News publishes daily news, video summaries, and opinion pieces on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, covering military operations, energy sanctions, and humanitarian impacts. The publication targets…

    Likely audience: Policy makers

    1 shared topic

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    Tulsi T Gabbard9K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication covers Tulsi Gabbard's political career, healthcare decisions, and intelligence work alongside broader topics like U.S. manufacturing policy and trade. It mixes news analysis, personal stories, and…

    Likely audience: Policy analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: Christian Warrior Prepper publishes weekly articles on war preparedness, energy security, and tactical gear reviews for a Christian audience. The publication mixes long-form analysis on geopolitical threats with…

    Likely audience: Government officials

    1 shared topic

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    Renegade Resources9K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

    From recent posts: This business publication covers US energy policy, Venezuelan oil reserves, and silver market dynamics, analyzing government actions and commodity trends for investors and industry professionals.

    Likely audience: energy policy professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Pillole di storia9K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

    Storia in pillole. Zero zucchero.

    Likely audience: History enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    The Hundred8K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The Hundred publishes in-depth geopolitical analysis, intelligence reporting, and policy critiques covering topics such as US-Iran conflict, NATO relations, and organized crime. The publication targets an audience…

    Likely audience: National security professionals

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    From recent posts: Chris Miller's Newsletter publishes weekly reports on semiconductor supply chains, autonomous vehicle security, and geopolitical risks in the tech sector. The publication targets policymakers and industry professionals…

    Likely audience: Supply chain managers

    1 shared topic

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    Mark’s Substack7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago

    My personal Substack

    Likely audience: Policy makers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    From recent posts: This newsletter publishes opinion pieces and factual summaries on international relations, US politics, and vaccine safety. It targets readers interested in current events and policy analysis.

    Likely audience: Geopolitics enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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